Scholarships, Funding and Opportunities for Autistic Youth Transitioning to Adulthood
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Autistic adults often experience a significant drop in funding and services at the age of 18. In this webinar Stacey Feldt, an expert and self advocate, and Tobi McEvenue, a social worker with 20 years experience, discuss the opportunities for autistic adults, siblings and families in Ontario. Join us to learn about annual education scholarships and awards, youth to adult transition planning as well as Autism Career Connections.
About the Speakers
Tobi McEvenue, Autism Ontario
Tobi is a registered social worker and has been involved in both research and clinical work in the fields of disability, homelessness, mental health, addictions, acquired brain injury and autism for about 20 years. Her current role at Autism Ontario involves program and partnership development, as well as advocacy alongside adults on the autism spectrum and their families for services and supports across the province of Ontario.
Stacey Feldt, Autism Ontario
Stacey is a self advocate who has completed her degree in Child Development and Postgraduate Certificate in Autism and Behavioral Sciences. She has worked with children, youth, and adults on the spectrum in various capacities for many years. Currently the Transition Support Specialist at Autism Ontario she helps create resources, run a discussion group, works with external partners, and is a part of various projects.
